Exploring the rise of niche modellers
How are niche catastrophe models transforming the way insurers, reinsurers and brokers evaluate risk? In this expert panel, we explore the rise of new providers like Fathom and Reask and their growing role in flood, wildfire and climate risk modelling.
The discussion covers evolving use cases, platform integration, transparency and how agile model providers are enabling better portfolio performance and faster adaptation to changing science.
Speakers:
- Olivia Sloan – Head of Catastrophe Products, Fathom
- Dana Foley – Head of Catastrophe Research, Chaucer
- Joss Matthewman – Chief Revenue Officer, Reask
- Moderator: Brian Owens – Independent Consultant
What you’ll learn:
- What’s driving the rise of niche catastrophe model providers
- How models for flood, wildfire and hurricane risk are evolving
- The role of AI, transparency and customisation in model development
- How multi-model platforms are improving model access and integration
- What insurers need from model vendors in 2026 and beyond
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